Potra
About Potra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Potra village is 546185. Potra village is located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Potra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1187.14 hectares. Potra has a total population of 2,877 peoples, out of which male population is 1,482 while female population is 1,395. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 941 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of potra village is 67.92% out of which 77.06% males and 58.21% females are literate. There are about 599 houses in potra village.
When it comes to administration, Potra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Potra village comes under Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency. Kalamnuri is nearest town to potra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Potra
The population details of Potra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,877 | 1,482 | 1,395 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 335 | 182 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 907 | 462 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 486 | 246 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 1,954 | 1,142 | 812 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 340 | 583 |
Connectivity of Potra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Potra
Where is Potra located?
Potra village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potra?
Potra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Potra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Potra is 2,877, with 1,482 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Potra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Potra village has a total of 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Potra is 67.92%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 58.21%.